Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James has accomplished so much over his long career but there are a few things that he has never done. One of which is participating in the NBA Slam Dunk contest and he has received a ton of flak due to it over the years.

The Denver Nuggets have been one of the better teams in the Western Conference this season, reclaiming their spot among the elite squads. Denver is lead by star center Nikola Jokic but it is the role players around him that make this team dangerous.

Gordon has dealt with his fair share of injuries this season, already missing 24 games. The Nuggets are 15-9 when Gordon is sidelined, as he also missed Denver's last matchup with the Celtics. The 29-year-old forward is averaging 12.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this season, becoming a huge contributor for the Nuggets.

Doncic scores 32 in his best game since the trade, James adds 25 as the Lakers swarm Nikola Jokic on defense in a 123-100 win, their first at Ball Arena since April 2022.